CAD Neighborhood 2215
Property tax protest data for the James Rd & Smith Dr area, Gilchrist 77617 (Neighborhood 2215) in Galveston County. 23 homes, $298/sqft median.
Source: GCAD public records, 2024 protest season
23 homes in this area were assessed at a median $298/sqft. If your home is assessed higher than comparable properties nearby, you may have grounds to protest your assessment. An evidence packet shows exactly how your assessment compares — with the specific comps and data you'd present at a hearing.
5 comparable properties matched to your home, an assessment gap analysis showing where your value exceeds comps, a filing checklist for GCAD, and a hearing script you can read at your informal hearing.
You file a protest with GCAD (online via GCAD Online Protest), attend an informal hearing where you present your evidence, and most cases settle right there. The evidence packet gives you everything you need for that hearing.
The protest deadline for Galveston County is May 15. You must file before this date to protest your 2026 assessment.
See how your home compares to 23 others in James Rd & Smith Dr area, Gilchrist 77617
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| Neighborhood | Homes | Median $/Sq Ft | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meynig Dr & Bowers Ln area, Crystal Beach 77650 | 168 | $298 same | — |
| Tinkle Ln & Jacks Rd area, Crystal Beach 77650 | 24 | $298 same | — |
| Lillian Ln & Teichman Rd area, Galveston 77554 | 7 | $299 +$0.6 | — |
| Friendswood Dr & Parkwood Ave area, Friendswood 77546 | 11 | $299 +$0.6 | — |
| Scenic Dr & Island Dr area, Dickinson 77539 | 6 | $301 +$2.5 | — |
Neighborhoods with the closest median $/sq ft to James Rd & Smith Dr area, Gilchrist 77617.
| Address | % Above | $/Sqft | Est. Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| 829 MIAMI | 66% | $497 | $7,622 |
| 963 SMITH DR | 59% | $475 | $5,520 |
| 849 MIAMI | 43% | $426 | $3,500 |
| 966 JAMES RD | 29% | $386 | $2,019 |
Properties assessed highest above the neighborhood median.